The year I lost 50 pounds (2021) was one of the proudest years of my life. Also one of the most inconvenient, it turned out, because I had to replace my entire wardrobe. Yes, all new pants, shirts, ...

Backpacks don’t have to be only about function; why not choose one that hits all the right form notes, too? Oh, sure, a synthetic or waxed canvas bag will endure hikes, hunts, fishing trips, and ...

Menswear is about intentionality: There are easy choices to be made, and then choices that require a bit more care and thought (with the stylish, functional results to show for it). For instance: When ...

Spend any time scouring pages of menswear history (figuratively speaking) and you’ll find that some of the most reliable pieces on the market have stood the test of time for a reason. Whether it’s the ...

At times, it can be easy to feel intimidated in the men’s clothing world by styles it seems like you can’t quite “pull off.” And yet, practice makes perfect – and I’m here to tell you that now is the ...

Menswear is often a solutions-based category: Denim provides durability against dust and debris, the white T-shirt offers an easy, tough undershirt, aviator shades keep the sun out of your eyes, and ...

You know the tools you trust for daily chores, for extreme situations and for the stuff that simply has to get done – why shouldn’t the same approach apply to your rugged work gear? That includes the ...

Say goodbye to cold lunches on the job forever. Makita’s newest offering makes every day lunching entirely more enjoyable, providing a quick and easy solution for heating up your food without ever ...

Cargo shorts have a checkered past, in a way: The cargo short, like the cargo pant, was prized as a highly utilitarian option for soldiers who needed to haul extra gear and weaponry. And like other ...

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The quest for a well-rounded life seems never-ending, but the journey tends to start with what you wear and what you carry. In fact, clothing and carry are the two pillars of what we do at WERD, so we ...

Ecobee makes one of the best smart thermostats. (I’ve had one in my home for 3+ years). Now they are applying their connected device expertise to a new gadget to help protect your home: a Smart ...